“After deciding to go to Lake ...”

After deciding to go to Lake District at last minute & picking a random cottage that we liked the look off couldn't have been more pleased with our choice. The cottage & all its facilities were excellent with numerous walks from your doorstep to go with our dog. It was a lovely scenic setting made even better by the snow that came during our stay & there was never a dull moment. Use of the swimming pool was great & jreally felt settled in a quiet location. Highly recommend staying at any of the ...

After deciding to go to Lake District at last minute & picking a random cottage that we liked the look off couldn't have been more pleased with our choice. The cottage & all its facilities were excellent with numerous walks from your doorstep to go with our dog. It was a lovely scenic setting made even better by the snow that came during our stay & there was never a dull moment. Use of the swimming pool was great & jreally felt settled in a quiet location. Highly recommend staying at any of the Graythwaite holiday cottages as they certainly provide everything for a great holiday.

Features

Swimming pool

Open fire

Smoke-free

Garden / Patio

Cot available

Highchair available

Washing machine

Dishwasher

Broadband / WiFi

Graythwaite Cottages

Hawkshead 4 miles. Located on a beautiful, 5000-acre private country estate of diverse lake, forest, woodland and meadow landscapes, this charming courtyard of Victorian farm buildings, dating from 1890, sits in a superb central setting for a Lake District getaway to remember. Each of these delightful Lake District cottages has been thoughtfully refurbished and retain much original character, well balanced with modern furnishings and set just one mile from the shores of Lake Windermere. Each has been finished to a high standard, with most offering cosy open fires or woodburners to snuggle beside after a busy day. There’s a variety of holiday accommodation available, from cosy, romantic retreats to larger family-friendly properties. Many of these Lake District cottages share a pleasant patio garden and there are some wonderful on-site facilities to take advantage of, which include a fantastic indoor heated swimming pool, a fitness suite, table tennis room and a children’s play area. This magical estate offers an escape to another world with a 2.5-acre lake, just a 10-minute walk from the courtyard, which is well stocked with rainbow trout and boasts a serene setting for hazy afternoons spent fly fishing. During the spring and summer months, guests can roam Graythwaite Hall’s pretty gardens, which are open to the public, while all year round, the estate’s grounds provide a wonderland for all ages and offer plenty of places to stop for a picnic or enjoy a quiet stroll along the lakeshore or a gentle cycle along the traffic-free lanes that weave through the parkland countryside. Outdoor adventure awaits from the very doorstep with the estate able to provide comprehensive walking maps and guides as well as arranging canoe hire, climbing and guided hikes along with a plethora of other adrenaline-fueled activities. Chug through the vivid scenery with a trip on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway, just four miles away, which can only be outshined by a memorable cruise along the lake all the way to Bowness-on-Windermere, where a wealth of attractions and amenities await you. Graythwaite customers can also avail of a multitude of benefits for local services and attractions. Enjoy discounted rates for Go Ape, mountain bike hire at Grizedale as well as a local catering company and delicious welcome packs with succulent, locally-sourced food. Delivery of milk and provisions can also be arranged, and the nearby Lakeside Hotel also offer a discount exclusively for Graythwaite customers. This group of Lake District properties provides an unforgettable escape, and is an excellent destination for a special holiday spent relaxing and enjoying the tranquil setting and fantastic on-site facilities. Booked together, the properties can accommodate 82 people.

The property

This charming mid-terrace cottage near Windermere nestles in a row of four in the main courtyard on the Graythwaite Estate.

Perfectly located within easy reach of the site’s fabulous facilities including an indoor swimming pool and children’s play area, this Windermere cottage makes a perfect base for families to enjoy the idyllic setting and explore this beautiful area.

Note: Licence required for fishing, equipment can be hired locally, fishing FOC unless catch is made, then small fee applicable

Note: Limited mobile reception

About the location

HAWKSHEAD

Ambleside 4 miles; Kendal 24 miles.

The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.